The Commanders trail the Dolphins 10-6 at the half.
Here are some observations of the first half:
- Jayden Daniels looked poised and under control. He completed 10 of 12 attempts for 78 yards. He had a nice designed run of 13 yards.
- Jeff Driskel showed he has some wheels as well, with a 41-yard run. Driskel has been a pleasant surprise, making plays in the pocket in both games. He completed 7 of 10 for 57 yards.
- Was hoping Riley Patterson would kick well tonight and move towards winning the job, but with missing two field goals in the first half, it’s most likely not going to happen.
- Dyami Brown has won the confidence of Daniels. Brown received three targets early, catching all three passes for 19 yards.
- The Commanders had two runs of 11 yards from Brian Robinson and another 11-yard run from Michael Wiley.
- On a 3rd and 2, Austin Ekeler followed a good inside push by the OLine; however, Andrew Wylie was called for holding, setting up a 3rd & 12. That was huge, as it basically killed the drive, forcing a field goal attempt.
- Defensively, Jamin Davis had a nice rep when he forced a quick pass, and also leaped to block down the pass.
- Frankie Luvu was in on four tackles on the first Dolphins possession. He was very active out there.
- Percy Butler was beaten for a touchdown but recovered to get a finger on the ball, deflecting it just enough to save a touchdown.
- The Commanders exhibited plenty of Kliff Kingsbury’s uptempo offense.
